New findings from the University of Cambridge suggest that menopause is associated with changes in brain structure, along with higher levels of anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. Researchers found reduced grey matter volume in several important brain regions among women who had gone through menopause. The study, published in Psychological Medicine, also examined … [Read more...]
This Simple Diet Shift Cut 330 Calories a Day Without Smaller Meals
For people who committed to an unprocessed food diet as a New Year's resolution, research suggests the change may guide food choices in a surprising way. Instead of gravitating toward higher calorie whole foods such as rice, meat, and butter, people naturally tend to eat much larger amounts of fruits and vegetables. That shift alone may help support weight loss without … [Read more...]
Scientists Found a Hidden Fat Switch and Turned it off
Scientists at Cleveland-based institutions have uncovered a surprising new switch that helps the body make fat -- and turning it off had dramatic effects. Obesity and fatty liver disease are becoming more common worldwide as diets grow more calorie-dense and daily life becomes less active. Scientists in Cleveland have identified a previously unknown enzyme that the body … [Read more...]
Gut Bacteria can Sense Their Environment and it’s Key to Your Health
An international research team led by Victor Sourjik set out to address that question. The group included scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, the University of Ohio and the Philipps-University Marburg. Their work focused on Clostridia, a group of motile bacteria found in large numbers in the human gut that are known to support gut … [Read more...]
Tea Can Improve Your Health and Longevity, But How you Drink it Matters
A comprehensive review finds that tea, especially green tea, is strongly associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), obesity, diabetes, and several forms of cancer. Beyond these well known benefits, tea consumption is also linked to brain protection, reduced muscle loss in older adults, and anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. Together, these … [Read more...]
This Kefir and Fiber Combo Beat Omega-3 in Slashing Inflammation
Researchers at the University of Nottingham report that combining specific dietary supplements may provide stronger immune and metabolic support than taking prebiotics or omega 3 alone. Their findings suggest this paired approach could help lower the risk of diseases associated with long term inflammation. The study, published in the Journal of Translational Medicine, … [Read more...]
Vitamin A may be Helping Cancer Hide from the Immune System
Vitamin A metabolites, also called retinoids, have long sparked debate because of their mixed effects on health and disease. The new findings, described across two scientific papers, help clarify this long-standing controversy. They also led to the development of the first experimental drugs designed to shut down the cellular signaling pathway triggered by retinoic acid. How … [Read more...]
Blockbuster Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Deliver Big Results But Face Big Questions
Three recently released Cochrane reviews conclude that GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, can lead to meaningful weight loss. However, the findings also highlight concerns about the heavy involvement of drug manufacturers in many of the studies. The World Health Organization (WHO) commissioned the reviews to help shape upcoming global guidelines on using these medications to … [Read more...]
One Simple Daily Change That Could Slash Depression Risk
Spending less time in front of the television and more time on other activities could help prevent major depressive disorder, especially during middle age. That is the conclusion of a new study published in European Psychiatry on behalf of the European Psychiatric Association by Cambridge University Press. Researchers found that the mental health benefits of reducing TV time … [Read more...]
Scientists Discover Hidden Trigger Behind Achilles Pain and Tennis Elbow
Achilles tendon pain, tennis elbow, swimmer's shoulder, and jumper's knee affect both young athletes and older adults. These painful conditions develop when tendons are pushed beyond their limits and repeatedly strained. "Tendons are fundamentally susceptible to overuse," explains Jess Snedeker, a professor of orthopaedic biomechanics at ETH Zurich and Balgrist University … [Read more...]
Stanford Scientists Found a Way to Regrow Cartilage and Stop Arthritis
A study led by Stanford Medicine researchers has found that an injection blocking a protein linked to aging can reverse the natural loss of knee cartilage in older mice. The same treatment also stopped arthritis from developing after knee injuries that resemble ACL tears, which are common among athletes and recreational exercisers. Researchers note that an oral version of the … [Read more...]
MRI Scans Show Exercise can Make the Brain Look Younger
Looking after your brain is something that happens over many years, and new findings from the AdventHealth Research Institute point to an encouraging option. Researchers report that sticking with a consistent aerobic exercise routine may help the brain remain biologically younger. This effect could support clearer thinking, better memory, and overall mental well-being. The … [Read more...]
This Sweet Fruit is Packed with Hidden Health Compounds
Luo Han Guo (Siraitia grosvenorii), more commonly known as monk fruit, is a long living vine that belongs to the gourd family, the same plant group as cucumbers and squash. It is native to southern China, where it has been used for centuries in traditional foods and remedies. In recent years, monk fruit has drawn modern scientific attention because it contains high levels of … [Read more...]
Scientists are Rethinking Bamboo as a Powerful New Superfood
Bamboo is known as the fastest growing plant on the planet, with some species capable of growing up to 90cm in a single day. While China and India are the largest producers and bamboo shoots are already common in many Asian cuisines, the findings suggest bamboo could become an important food option for diets around the world. Nutritional Profile of Bamboo Shoots Bamboo … [Read more...]
How Type 2 Diabetes Quietly Damages Blood Vessels
People with type 2 diabetes face a higher likelihood of heart attacks and strokes, and that risk increases with each passing year of the disease. Earlier research has shown that red blood cells can influence how well blood vessels function in diabetes. The new study adds an important insight by showing that the length of time someone has diabetes strongly affects when these … [Read more...]
The Bottled Water Everyone Trusts may be the Riskiest
A new study led by Washington State University researchers in Guatemala found that drinking water sources widely believed to be clean and safe often contain harmful bacteria. The research focused on Guatemala's Western Highlands, where scientists compared what people think about their drinking water with what laboratory testing actually revealed. Many residents viewed … [Read more...]
A Common Pain Killer may be Quietly Changing Cancer Risk
As research continues to reveal how inflammation contributes to cancer development, ibuprofen has drawn growing attention. Its long-standing role as an anti-inflammatory drug has raised interest in whether a common over-the-counter medicine could offer unexpected protection against disease. How Ibuprofen Works in the Body Ibuprofen belongs to the non-steroidal … [Read more...]
Tea May Strengthen Bones in Older Women While Heavy Coffee Weakens Them
A recent investigation from Flinders University sheds new light on how two widely consumed drinks, coffee and tea, could play a role in bone health for women later in life. The study, published in the journal Nutrients, monitored nearly 10,000 women aged 65 and older for ten years to examine whether regularly drinking coffee or tea was connected to changes in bone mineral … [Read more...]
Harvard Gut Discovery Could Change How We Treat Obesity And Diabetes
A research project supported by FAPESP and carried out at Harvard University in the United States has identified a set of metabolites that move from the intestine to the liver and then on to the heart, which distributes them throughout the body. These circulating compounds appear to influence how metabolic pathways function within the liver and how sensitive the body is to … [Read more...]
New Study Shows Some Plant-Based Diets May Raise Heart Disease Risk
Previous studies have indicated that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods is linked with a higher likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases. Other research has found that diets centered on plant-based foods can lower this risk when those foods offer balanced nutrition and are consumed in appropriate proportions. To explore how nutrition relates to … [Read more...]
Anxiety and Insomnia Linked to Sharp Drops in Key Immune Cells
Natural killer (NK) cells act as key defenders within the immune system. They help control infections by targeting invading microbes, foreign materials, and damaged or infected cells early on, which limits their ability to spread. NK cells travel through the bloodstream (circulatory) or remain in specific tissues and organs. When NK cell numbers drop too low, the immune system … [Read more...]
Even Moderate Drinking Carries a Bigger Cancer Risk Than You Think
As Americans prepare for the holiday season, new research serves as a reminder to think carefully about the long-term health impact of raising a celebratory glass. Alcohol is already recognized as a cause of several cancers, even when consumed at moderate levels. Despite this, drinking remains common, and many uncertainties remain about how both how often people drink and how … [Read more...]
This Tiny Protein Helps Control How Hungry You Feel
New research suggests that a protein the body relies on to manage appetite and energy levels cannot function on its own. Instead, it depends on a partner protein to work properly. This discovery could help scientists better understand how genetic factors contribute to obesity. In a study published in Science Signaling on December 16, an international research team led by … [Read more...]
Helping Others For a Few Hours a Week May Slow Brain Aging
Strong social ties are often linked to better health, and new research adds a brain benefit to that list. Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and University of Massachusetts Boston report that regularly helping people outside your household can noticeably slow cognitive decline in middle-age and older adults. In a study that followed more than 30,000 adults in … [Read more...]
Walking May be the Brain’s best Defense Against Alzheimer’s
Adding even a modest number of steps to your daily routine may help delay the advancement of Alzheimer's disease, especially among those most vulnerable to it, according to new research. In a study published in Nature Medicine, scientists from Mass General Brigham found that greater physical activity was linked to slower cognitive decline in older adults who had higher levels … [Read more...]
Blocking One Enzyme may Break the Link Between Alcohol and Liver Disease
Scientists have identified an unexpected link between the way the body processes sugar and the development of alcohol addiction. This connection also points to a promising therapeutic target for treating alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). A study published in Nature Metabolism by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz reports … [Read more...]
Running on Little Sleep? You’re Twice as Likely to Get Hurt
If you're one of the 620 million people who regularly go for a run, you probably like to get an early start. But if you haven't slept well the night before, you could be putting yourself at greater risk of injury. A new study led by Professor Jan de Jonge, a work and sports psychologist at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands (and Adjunct Professor at the … [Read more...]
Rare Desert Berry Could Transform Diabetes Treatment
In what could mark a major step forward for diabetes care, scientists have found extraordinary health benefits in a little-known desert plant. The fruit of Nitraria roborowskii Kom, long used in traditional medicine, showed strong potential to fight insulin resistance and restore healthy metabolism in diabetic mice. The plant extract not only helped stabilize blood sugar but … [Read more...]
The Bright Colors in Your Food May be Harming Your Kids
Nearly one in five packaged foods and drinks in the United States contain synthetic food dyes, according to new research that analyzed 39,763 grocery store products. The study was recently published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Synthetic dyes are often added to make foods look more appealing, especially products aimed at children, but a growing … [Read more...]
Ultra-Processed Foods Quietly Push Young Adults Toward Prediabetes
More than half of the calories people consume in the United States come from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which include items such as fast food and packaged snacks that tend to contain large amounts of sodium, added sugars and unhealthy fats. While studies in adults have firmly connected these foods to type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions, far less is known about how … [Read more...]
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